Cost to Run a Electric Fireplace in Vermont
Vermont's average residential electricity rate is 24.6¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 41st cheapest in the country, 31% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a electric fireplace here costs $52.35 per month.
Per hour
$0.34
at 750–1,500 W
Per day
$1.72
5 hours/day
Per month
$52.35
213 kWh
Per year
$629
2,555 kWh
By usage level in Vermont
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | $0.86 | $26.17 | $314 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | $1.72 | $52.35 | $629 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $3.44 | $105 | $1,257 |
Vermont vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a electric fireplace in Vermont?
At Vermont's current average residential rate of 24.6¢/kWh (April 2026), a electric fireplace with typical usage costs about $1.72 per day, $52.35 per month, or $629 per year.
Is running a electric fireplace in Vermont more expensive than average?
Yes. Vermont's electricity costs about 31% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $52.35 per month here versus $40.01 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Vermont right now?
Vermont residents pay an average of 24.6¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 41st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.